Director Declaration

COMPASS GROUP PLC

DIRECTOR DECLARATION

Compass Group PLC confirms that Susan Murray, Non-executive director, has been appointed as a Non-executive director of Grafton Group plc with effect from 14 October 2016.

For further information, contact:

M J White Tel: +44 (0)1932 573000

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Note to Editors: Compass Group PLC is a world-leading food and support services company, which generated annual revenues of £17.8 billion in the year to 30 September 2015. It operates in over 50 countries, employs over 500,000 people and serves over 5 billion meals every year. The Company specialises in providing food and a range of support services across the core sectors of Business & Industry, Healthcare & Seniors, Education, Defence, Offshore & Remote, Sports & Leisure and Vending with an established brand portfolio.